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Please Pray for MrConfettiMan (MCM died this morning; his original thread included here)
Tuesday, January 30, 2007 | Kristinn

Posted on 01/30/2007 8:25:18 AM PST by kristinn

Edited on 02/02/2007 7:14:08 AM PST by Admin Moderator. [history]

As many of the longtime Freepers know, D.C. Chapter founder MrConfettiMan has been battling brain cancer for several years.

He last posted an update on his condition two years ago.

This morning I received a freepmail from a coworker of his who informed me that MrConfettiMan's cancer has flared up and the prognosis is not looking good.

Please pray for him and his family. Thank you.

Mod note: Several people have asked to see MrConfettiMan's original thread, calling FR to action. RIP, Joe. Thread below:

DC Protest: I Was There, Where Were You?
September 26, 1998 MrConfettiMan

As promised in a previous article, I went down to the White House this morning with my protest sign. It was the first time I had every done anything that might label me an activist. And you know what? It felt awesome!!!!! It might feel really good to sit around with a bunch of like minded people and complain about Clintoon, but it feels a hundred times better to go out and be proactive.

I was there from around 8:00AM until noon and was joined by a fellow freeper (Thanks Chris!) from 9-11AM. When I first arrived I was approached by an officer from the Park Police. He wanted to know what I was protesting and I told him "my disgust with the current administration". I then asked if there was a problem with that and he said no. He said he just needed to know why I was there and how long I'd be staying. I told him I'd be there for four hours.

About 95% of the people walking around the White House were obviously tourists. Some, mostly foreigners, seemed really excited to be in front of the White House at the exact same time as a protestor. It was as if they felt privileged to actually witness our Constitution at work. My sign and I are going to be in a lot of photo albums and home videos. I lost count of the number of people that wanted me to pose with them for pictures.

Supporters far outweighed the dissenters!!!!

In four hours, only 7 or 8 people said anything negative to me. And none of them confronted me directly or openly. Each one said something just within earshot as they were passing by. I never caught more than a word or two from them. It was as if they were afraid to publicly voice their support for Clintoon because they know the polls are a joke and they are few in number.

Supporters on the other hand, were very direct. They would openly state their approval of and agreement with my message. I shook a lot of hands. The greatest feeling was when a man and his family walked up to me and he reached out to shake my hand. He said, "I just wanted to thank you for what you're doing." It brought tears to my eyes and made the whole thing worthwhile. Overall, about 40 people made favorable comments to me.

I tried to get a polaroid picture taken of me, my protest sign and a cardboard cutout of Clintoon just before leaving. I thought it'd make a great contribution to the FR archives but the street vendor refused to let me use my sign fearing it would be bad for business. Oh well, maybe next time.

My ability to repeat this performance during the week is hampered by my family and work responsibilities. I have no idea when I'll be able to show up down there during the weekdays although I think it would great to have people out where the White House correspondents give their nightly reports. Weekends are a different story and at this time I plan to be back again next Saturday. That's next Saturday. The sidewalk in front of the White House. From 8-12 in the morning. Join me. It'll make you feel really good.
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Some Suggestions:

#1: I've got a few blisters on my feet from walking pretty much non-stop for four hours. If you're doing an event where you'll be doing a lot of walking, take note of the shoes you wear. I didn't and I'm gonna pay the price for a few days. :)

#2: It occurred to me it might be a good idea for all freepers to put some sort of notation on their protest signs to identify themselves with FR. (I was thinking the letters FR with a circle around them.) This way, if they happen to make the nightly news or a newspaper, those who see them will be able to recognize their affliation with the protestors. Anybody think this is a good idea?

Posted by: MrConfettiMan (E-mail deleted) *
09/26/98 11:03:43 PDT


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To: YaYa123; kristinn

So sorry to hear this Kristinn. Prayers for McMs family.


261 posted on 02/02/2007 7:40:53 AM PST by SuzanneC
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To: daisyscarlett; kristinn; Brad's Gramma; fatima; Pegita; Kitty Mittens; trussell
Rest in peace, Joe .. you are home .. free of worry or pain. God bless you for all you did for this noble cause.


262 posted on 02/02/2007 7:43:10 AM PST by STARWISE (They (Rats) think of this WOT as Bush's war, not America's war-RichardMiniter, respected OBL author)
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To: kristinn

Rest in peace, FRiend.


263 posted on 02/02/2007 7:44:27 AM PST by The_Victor (If all I want is a warm feeling, I should just wet my pants.)
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To: kristinn

I'm so sorry. Prayers for his loving family and friends.


264 posted on 02/02/2007 7:48:28 AM PST by lysie
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To: kristinn

Thank you for posting, and thank you MrConfettiMan. RIP

FreeAtlanta


265 posted on 02/02/2007 7:48:52 AM PST by FreeAtlanta (Search for Folding Project - Join FR Team 36120)
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To: kristinn

Oh no. Prayers for his eternal rest, perpetual light and consolation for his dear ones.


266 posted on 02/02/2007 7:54:56 AM PST by LisaFab
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To: Constitution Day

No question about it - MCM was truly a giant - he will be truly missed - what FreeRepublic is all about. Prayers for MCM and his family.


267 posted on 02/02/2007 7:55:12 AM PST by 2 Kool 2 Be 4-Gotten
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To: kristinn

God bless him and keep him and comfort his family.


268 posted on 02/02/2007 7:56:03 AM PST by xsmommy
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To: kristinn

RIP

Prayers that loved ones will be comforted with God's love.


269 posted on 02/02/2007 7:57:44 AM PST by rollo tomasi (Working hard to pay for deadbeats and corrupt politicians.)
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To: kristinn; MrConfettiMan

This is such sad news. His strength and determination have been an encouragement to me. He was one of the good guys. He will be missed.


270 posted on 02/02/2007 8:01:29 AM PST by Ms. AntiFeminazi (no comment)
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To: kristinn

I'm so sorry to hear this. My condolences to his family and friends.


271 posted on 02/02/2007 8:02:27 AM PST by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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To: kristinn

After a long fight, MCM is at peace. Bless his soul. I pray for his young family that they find comfort.


272 posted on 02/02/2007 8:05:02 AM PST by EDINVA
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To: tgslTakoma

Prayers sent.


273 posted on 02/02/2007 8:06:42 AM PST by Bigg Red (You are either with us or with the terrorists.)
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To: kristinn

Prayers, condolences, hugs...


274 posted on 02/02/2007 8:08:14 AM PST by WV Mountain Mama (Relax, it was probably a joke.)
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To: kristinn

Rest in Peace


275 posted on 02/02/2007 8:08:49 AM PST by SmithL (si vis pacem, para bellum)
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To: kristinn

May he enjoy eternity with our Lord. Prayers for his family.


276 posted on 02/02/2007 8:10:24 AM PST by NinoFan
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To: kristinn

RIP


277 posted on 02/02/2007 8:19:23 AM PST by MARKUSPRIME
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To: Constitution Day
How sad, he was so young. Prayers for his wife and kids.

Thanks for the ping CD.

278 posted on 02/02/2007 8:22:17 AM PST by mykdsmom (Some people are like Slinkies..useless, yet still make you smile as you push them down the stairs)
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To: kristinn; MrConfettiMan
God Bless him and his family and friends. Rest in peace, MrConfettiMan. My condolences and prayers extended for his family and friends.

279 posted on 02/02/2007 8:24:33 AM PST by bd476
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To: MrConfettiMan
We are so sorry to see you go Joe..

We will surely meet again!


280 posted on 02/02/2007 8:30:07 AM PST by Registered (Politics is the art of the possible)
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